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Valérie Duarte

https://designbyvalerie.pt

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Porto, Portugal
UX/UI Web Developer at Virtual Campus
Studied Informatics Engineering - Graphic Systems and Multimedia at Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto
Studied Computer Graphics and Multimedia Engineering at Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo
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designbyvalerie.pt
Joined March 17, 2021

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English
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Portuguese
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About
Creative designer with innovative ideas and a unique approach to visuals. More than three years of experience developing designs for print media, online websites, branding, and advertising. Solid understanding of marketing principles and advertising techniques. Great attention to detail and a talent for creating memorable visual designs. Enthusiastic team player who is committed to delivering top results on time and within the budget. Passion for keeping clients satisfied with each project.
Experience
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Virtual Campus
Jul 2020 – Present
Porto, Portugal
UX/UI Web Developer
As the only designer, I took responsibility from strategy, design to the development of the Company’s website and other numerous websites. Led a backend team of two to design, and develop web platforms. Brand Management: logo, identity manual, website design, and development. Utilized graphic design tools to create custom PowerPoint presentations and templates from pre-generated content. Created 3D interior and exterior models for housing. Concept and design of a meditation mobile app (Android/iOS). Redesigned and developed the GILT Research Group website.
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GILT Research Group
Feb 2019 – Jun 2020
Porto, Portugal
Junior Researcher
Designed and developed a new student portal with accessibility features. Carried out user research through targeted interviews and extensive usability testing. Designed and validated workflows and interfaces through interactions for Sign Language translators. Developed a customer dashboard and profile screens using HTML/CSS, Javascript, and Ajax. Participated in the writing of scientific papers focused on inclusive methodologies.
Education
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Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto
Nov 2017 – Nov 2020
Masters, Informatics Engineering - Graphic Systems and Multimedia
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Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo
Sep 2014 – Sep 2017
Bachelors, Computer Graphics and Multimedia Engineering